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Governance, Risk, Audit & Privacy · Advanced

CMMC Affirmation

Annual statement in SPRS by an Affirming Official that the contractor continues to meet its CMMC level requirements.

Definition

Affirmations are required after each assessment, annually thereafter, and after POA&M closeout. The Affirming Official is a senior official responsible for compliance. False affirmations create False Claims Act exposure.

Example

The company's COO affirms in SPRS each year that Level 2 requirements remain implemented.

Exam tip

Affirmations carry False Claims Act liability.

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